GCW Parade organises awareness programme on emerging trends in biotechnology
Blazing Tales News Service
JAMMU, JULY 30:
The Science Club and Department of Biotechnology, Government College for Women (GCW), Parade Ground, Jammu, in collaboration with the J&K Science, Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC), Department of Science & Technology, organised a one-day awareness programme on “Emerging Trends in Biotechnology” at the college auditorium on Wednesday.
More than 150 students and faculty members participated in the programme, which aimed to create awareness about recent advancements, research opportunities and career prospects in the field of biotechnology.
Science Club Convener Prof Aasia Rashid Bhat welcomed the participants and highlighted the importance of exposing students to emerging scientific developments and career opportunities in biotechnology. She jointly conducted the proceedings with Assistant Professor Kaurab Singh, Head of the Department of Biotechnology.
Presiding over the inaugural session, Principal Dr Naveen Anand emphasised the importance of such programmes in enhancing scientific awareness and fostering a research-oriented mindset among students. He reiterated the college’s commitment to strengthening the Department of Biotechnology through collaborations with leading research and innovation institutions, thereby expanding opportunities for students in research, skill development, innovation and entrepreneurship.
JKSTIC Deputy Director Shruti Khanna and Accounts Officer Ieshita Choudhary also attended the programme and appreciated the college’s initiative while extending their support for promoting scientific education and innovation.
The programme featured two eminent resource persons. Dr Madhulika Bhagat, Director, School of Biotechnology, University of Jammu, delivered a lecture on the latest advancements and emerging opportunities in biotechnology. She acquainted participants with cutting-edge research trends and expanding career prospects while encouraging students to develop scientific curiosity, embrace interdisciplinary research and contribute to the advancement of biotechnology.
The second resource person, Dr Vidushi Abrol, Business Manager, Technology Business Incubator (TBI), CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, spoke on emerging trends in research, technology translation and their applications in academia and industry. She highlighted the role of the Technology Business Incubator in fostering innovation, supporting startups, promoting entrepreneurship and translating scientific discoveries into commercially viable technologies, motivating students to explore entrepreneurship alongside research.
An interactive session followed, during which participants sought guidance on higher education, research opportunities, innovation ecosystems, startup incubation and career prospects in biotechnology.
Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Dr Manjulla Gupta proposed the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the resource persons, JKSTIC officials, the Principal, faculty members and participants for making the programme a success.
The event was organised by Science Club members Dr Harmanmeet Kour, Prof Aasia Rashid Bhat, Prof Usha Devi, Dr Sarita Parihar, Dr Tishu Devi, Prof Kaurab Singh, Dr Manjulla Gupta and Dr Pervaiz Ahmad Pervaiz.
